Crash involving semi brings traffic to standstill on Hwy. 20

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Channel: East Idaho News · 2015 · News & Politics

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THORNTON -- Traffic is at a standstill on Highway 20 in Madison County after a crash occurred Tuesday evening.

Officials say the accident involved a semi-truck and a car at the Thornton interchange between Highway 20 and Yellowstone Highway.  Witnesses report there was a large amount of smoke and the aired smelled like fuel.

No word on if anyone was injured or what caused the crash.  Witnesses say Rexburg police officers, Madison County Sheriff deputies, an ambulance and three firetrucks are on scene.  The Idaho Department of Transportation has been called out to assist.

EastIdahoNews.com has contacted investigators for more information.  Details will be posted as we receive them.

Travelers are asked to avoid Highway 20 for the next several hours.

Video courtesy Angelina Gould

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